Free Museums in Naas

"The National Gallery of Ireland is just a 10 minute stroll from Maldron Hotel Pearse Street and is one of the most prestigious galleries in Europe. With travelling collections displayed at the gallery throughout the year, and the exquisite Turner collection only displayed during the low light of January to preserve its appearance, there are so many new things to discover on each visit. The gallery also free hosts interactive children’s workshops and family days."

"The gallery, which was established in 1864, houses an extensive collection of Irish, Italian Baroque, and Dutch masters paintings. During normal times, a good way to see the gallery is to take a free guided “Highlights Tour,” which includes highlights of the gallery’s permanent collection. It is normally offered six times a week, on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m., on Saturdays at 12:30 p.m."

"And for that, we’re going to head over to the National Gallery of Ireland. This is free to enter (with the exception of any special exhibitions), and is home to over 2,500 paintings and 10,000 other works of art."

"Since construction completed in 1204, this original Celtic settlement structure has been in continuous use. Today, the city center enjoys a prominent location that is used for important conferences, events, and fine dining for the elite. If these walls could talk, they would spill secrets of invasions, espionage, famine, and the occasionally peaceful and wealthy rule."

"The next place on the list of best photo spots in Dublin is Dublin Castle. One of the most famous things to see in Dublin is Dublin Castle. It's a very large Irish government complex that's a must-see when you're in the city."

"Ireland's most important collection of modern and contemporary Irish and international art is housed in the elegant, airy expanse of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham, designed by Sir William Robinson and built between 1684 and 1687 as a retirement home for soldiers. It fulfilled this role until 1928, after which it languished for nearly 50 years until a 1980s restoration saw it come back to life as this wonderful repository of art."

"Out in Kilmainham, IMMA is worth a visit for the striking building and gardens alone. Contemporary art is spread throughout the former hospital, with free guided tours available too."

"The Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) houses a large collection of modern and contemporary art by both Irish and international artists."

"Just a short walk from Dublin’s main thoroughfare, O’Connell Street, this permanent collection hosts some of Ireland’s most notable modern art and is free to enter. It’s named after Sir Hugh Lane, who donated a collection to the council in 1908; the works included pieces by well-known French impressionists such as Renoir, Manet, Morisot and Pissarro, and they can still be seen on display here today. There is also a room dedicated to the abstract works of Dublin-born painter Sean Scully, who has twice been a Turner Prize nominee."

"Displaying modern and contemporary art work, Dublin City Gallery provides significant insight into Irish culture and the evolution of art over time. The Hugh Lane: 100 Years Exhibition saw the return of all 39 paintings from Sir Hugh Lane’s 1917 bequest to the gallery. Great works from renowned stained-glass artist Harry Clarke can also be marvelled at here."

"Here you can play supermarket, doctor, rock star, you can drive a real car (kind of), build a house with foam bricks and even pretend to work at the post office. They also have soft play areas for children under 3 and a nice cafe. This is a super fun place in Dublin for kids and adults like it too as they can play with their kids or relax in the cafe while little ones make discoveries and friends in this fun, safe space."

"Imaginosity is often referred to as Dublin’s children’s museum as it is a child-centred space where kids and parents can engage in creative play together. Imaginosity contains exhibits, which are educationally designed to inspire learning through play. Address: The Plaza Beacon South Quarter Sandyford Sandyford, Dublin 18, Ireland"

"Imaginosity is Ireland’s only interactive children’s museum. Its exhibitions and events are aimed at nine years and under but family members of any age can come along. There’s art, technology, construction, threatre, science, even a roof garden."

"Closing our list of the best museums in Dublin is the Zoological Museum. It is housed on the grounds of Trinity College and is home to over 25,000 specimens from around the globe."

"Another fine example of regional Dublin architecture, the city hall first began construction around 1769 and was completed some 10 years later. Interestingly enough, the city hall design was open to public opinion; of the 62 submissions received by the government, Thomas Cooley emerged as the winner, a London architect who beat out the design submission of James Gandon, the designer of The Custom House. Cooley was later called upon to design the Four Courts as well."

"There are a number of great free museums in Dublin which include the National Museum of Ireland, National Gallery of Ireland, Dublin City Hall, and the Irish Museum of Modern Art. Also keep an eye out for discount cards, coupons, and special deals to save money on tickets, tours, and meals."

"Or, explore the City Hall just outside the castle gates, another splendid building (though the exhibition in the basement may be skipped). Continue to 6 of 7 below."

"Located in Trinity College Dublin, the Science Gallery describes itself as the place where science and art collide in a series of interactive themes and exhibitions. The Science Gallery doesn't have a set collection - the themes change every few months, meaning they're sometimes closed to the public while preparing the next exhibition. But it's definitely well worth checking their site to see what they're running during your city cycle."

"This Arts Centre in Dundrum has a range of events and programmes, but in particular they have a great programme for children. In July they also run performance summer camps."

"There has been plenty of hype surrounding the American burger chain and rightly so. Five Guys do greasy burgers like no other – only bad aspect is their only restaurant is in Dundrum."

"Brother Hubbard is easily one of the best cafés in Dublin, with both venues offering delicious fresh food. The brunch menu Brother Hubbard South is particularly gorgeous, featuring Moroccan-style semolina pancakes with Turkish delight, roasted white chocolate mascarpone, dark chocolate ganache and vanilla strawberries. Perfect for brunch, these are easily some of the best pancakes in Dublin."

"Little sister of big Brother Hubbard, Sister Sadie is favourite for us for breakfast or meetings. We guarantee you'll leave feeling like you're ready to take on the world. You'll find it hard to fault the place."

"This 200 seater beer garden in Clondalkin has had finishing touches added to it over the past few days, so make sure to pay a visit. General manager Damien Long said: "The staff are excited and a little apprehensive as it has been so long off. I think we'll be grand when we get going."

"thefumbally.ie The magic in the Fumbally unfolded slowly when Aisling Rogerson and Luca D’Alfonso who had run the cafe in the nearby Dublin Food Co-op took over a corner building and started serving falafel. In better economic times the place would have been a convenience store. Good food times followed and Fumbally alumni have spread across the city, improving food in at least one college canteen and at market stalls, pop-ups and cafes."

"This bright, friendly joint is a neighbourhood sort of place: quite funky, industrial chic mixed up with sofas, standard lamps and scattered pouffes. You’ll find terrific organic coffee and baking, but the beautifully fresh savoury element is the central plank of the operation: try the falafel sandwich heaped with salad, or the green eggs and ham. Very family-friendly, and very popular; expect to table share if you arrive at peak time."